Qualifications – Minimum requirements:
- College experience; minimum age of 18, preference is given to 21 and over;
- STEAM background
- Exceptions will be made for high school graduates by the Camp Director
- Enthusiasm and ability to work well with children; one year of experience working with the same age group where you will live is a must
- Ability to work well with others and to pitch in when others need help – be a team player
- Ability to act as a role model, to instill a positive self-image in others
- Ability to connect others to the world, to make them feel that they belong
- Ability to accept and respond to supervision and guidance
- Willingness to assist in teaching activities; a desire to learn is a huge plus
- Good moral character: motivated, responsible, flexible, trustworthy, selfless
- Sense of humor, creativity, patience, and self-control; amazing work ethic is a must
- Non-smoker (smoking is not permitted on campgrounds)
- CPR/First Aid/Lifeguard/other certifications a plus
Immediate Supervisor/Responsible To:
- Division Leader
General Responsibilities:
- Learn to understand our campers and their needs, meet these needs at all levels
- Assist in Preparing projects for campers
- Assist instructor in delivering hands-on STEM projects
- Motivate campers to participate in all aspects of the camp program; model this yourself
- Help campers adjust to camp life and to each other; emphasize respect for self and others
- Be aware of camper fears and hopes; help campers to leave their comfort zones (to extend themselves) and to take healthy risks (trying when they’re not sure they’ll succeed)
- Always be supportive and encouraging for your campers and your co-counselors
- Earn respect from campers and co-workers such that you become a positive role model
- Maintain and improve the health, safety, and well-being of your suite group; keep your mind open for strange behavior, your eyes open for unsafe areas in camp, and your ears open to what campers are saying and how they are feeling
- Serve as a chaperone on field trips
- Assist campers in developing an appreciation of the natural world around us
- Complete assigned administrative duties
- Continue to learn and try new things throughout the summer
Specific Responsibilities:
- Write introductory letters to campers, as directed, at the beginning of each session
- Follow and enforce all camp rules and policies
- Ensure that campers are never left alone – they should always be accompanied by a counselor; if 8th grade they can travel in pairs if you can see where they are going
- Remain with your group at all times unless otherwise instructed
- Participate in all assigned activities with your campers – these activities may include, but are not limited to, room clean-up, projects set up, and trips
- Motivate campers to enthusiastically participate in camp activities; play with your campers
- Encourage campers to participate fully in special events; they can also create their own
- Assist with leading daily Options activities; be creative – lead your own ideas
- Help campers with their choices; they may need your guidance to make a good decision
- At least weekly, learn one new thing about each camper in your group
- Ensure each camper has at least one friend within your floor
- Know when your campers have gone to the Health Center; share this with your supervisor
- Provide your Division Leader with regular written feedback on each camper in your group
- Attend all staff meetings called by your Division Leader or Camp Directors
- Meet weekly with your supervisor to discuss areas for growth; this is a two-way conversation
- Write final evaluation reports at the end of each session
- A weekly survey of parents and campers
- Other duties as assigned at the discretion of the Camp Directors; this may include supervising a Leadership Trainee within your group– this will be discussed at Orientation
Essential Functions:
- Ability to effectively communicate with campers and other staff
- Commitment to camper physical and emotional safety. Commitment to fellow staff members
- Visual and hearing ability to identify and respond to dangers or emergencies
- Ability to assist in various activity areas
- Experience with LEGO is a plus
- Ability to sewing is a plus
- Knowledge of electricity a plus
- Students in Mechanical or Electrical engineering and Arts a plus
- Education major a plus
- Physical ability to respond to situations requiring first aid or other rapid attention
- Physical strength, endurance, and patience to maintain constant supervision of campers
Interested individual send resume to jobs@wowsciencecamp.org